The New Deal, initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression, significantly transformed American society by implementing extensive economic reforms and social programs. Its goals were to provide immediate relief for the unemployed, stimulate economic recovery, and reform the financial system. The New Deal established social safety nets, such as Social Security, and introduced regulations to prevent future economic crises. It reshaped the relationship between the government and the economy, leading to increased federal involvement in various sectors and laying the groundwork for modern social welfare policies. Overall, it had a lasting impact on American society and governance.